Hoberman Park
About
Hoberman Park is one of the largest parks in the city and has a lot to offer. It is home to little league fields, playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts, and a skatepark. The park is used by many, but is in need of an upgrade! The City of Lock Haven has planned phases of improvements based on community input.
Fall 2023: Lock Haven Skatepark -
A new cement skatepark and pumptrack were constructed. As soon as it opened, users of all ages took advantage of the unique facility built based on a community-led design process!
Summer 2024: Park Improvements -
A new playground was built at Hoberman Park with the help of volunteers and experts from KABOOM! After a community-led design process, about 150 volunteers came together on August 1, 2, and 3 to construct a new playground. Shortly after, the rubber fall surface was installed and the playground was available for play!
Thank you to all who volunteered and sponsored the new playground!
Summer 2025: Park Improvements -
The final phases of improvements will be completed between May and September 2025! These improvements include a new basketball court, multipurpose court, ball field upgrades, new restroom, renovation of both parking lots, walking path, pavilions, and various seating options.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
- The skatepark, ball fields, and playground will remain open during construction. Please be cautious of construction crews.
- The parking lot off of Logran Street and Williams Alley will be closed for construction equipment. The parking lot off of E Park Street will remain open for visitors. This may change as construction progresses. Please utilize street parking when able as it will be available through the project.
Funding Sources -
The City of Lock Haven has been awarded several grants that combine to fund the Hoberman Park Improvements project almost completely. The funding totals about $1.9 million and comes from various sources including the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).
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$735,000 Grant Awarded for the Lock Haven Skatepark Program!
The City of Lock Haven was awarded $735,000 from the Community Development Block Grant - Coronavirus Relief (CDBG-CV) program through the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). This grant will fully fund the construction of the new skatepark designed earlier this year with the help of community input and American Ramp Company.
Funding secured for all phases of the Hoberman Park Improvements project!
In the past couple months, the City of Lock Haven has learned of several grant awards that combine to fund the Hoberman Park Improvements project in its entirety. The funding totals about $1.9 million and comes from various sources including the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).
Hoberman Park Groundbreaking Event
The City of Lock Haven invites you to join us as we kick off two years of improvement projects at Hoberman Park! We are excited to start this phased project with the construction of a new skatepark in 2023 and construction of all other park elements, including a playground, pavilions, community garden, multipurpose court, basketball court, baseball field improvements, parking lots, and restrooms in 2024.
Join us in celebrating the beginning of this impactful project on May 19th at 3:00 PM in Hoberman Park and get a first look at the planned improvements! Representatives of all funding sources including CDBG-CV, CDBG, and DCNR will be in attendance and speak to the impact of the funds. Light refreshments will be provided.
Lock Haven Skatepark Community Ribbon Cutting
As the skatepark nears completion the City of Lock Haven is inviting everyone to join the community on Thursday, November 9 at 3:00 PM to celebrate the completion of the Lock Haven Skatepark. Project partners, legislators, city officials, and more will be on site to see the tremendous improvement and watch the community test out the new park.
The event will start at 3:00 PM with a brief welcome reception followed by speakers at 3:15 PM. After the speakers, the Lock Haven Police Department will draw the winners of the free raffle for a chance for kids to win a bicycle, 2 scooters, a skateboard, or 4 helmets! After the kids get their gear, a brief safety presentation will take place. Finally, the ribbon cutting ceremony will "open" the skatepark for everyone to enjoy!
We hope to see you there to enjoy the new skatepark, connect with the community, and celebrate!
KABOOM! Build Week
Join your community as we build a new playground at Hoberman Park! Preparations for the build will take place August 1 and 2 with the playground being constructed on August 3. This will be a great community event complete with food, drinks, kids activities, and a small ceremony recognizing the community's hard work!
Registration information can be found earlier on this page. We hope to see you there!